Full Time Patrol Security Officer - 77007
Company
United Protective Services
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
15.80 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Glassdoor
Job Description
Full Time Patrol Security Officer - 77007
United Protective Services is looking for a full time Day and Evening Security Professional in the Downtown Area.
The candidate will provide security detail as outlined in the post orders and establish working relationships with customers, local law enforcement and fire departments. Security personnel will always perform job duties with a constant awareness of surroundings, making note of all activity that takes place in the assigned area. Security Officers must maintain a professional image and always demonstrate excellent customer service.
Schedule
Sat - 6AM-2PM
Sun - 6AM-2PM
Mon -OFF
Tues - OFF
Wed - OFF
Thurs. - 2PM-10PM
Fri -2PM-10PM
Job Duties
• Immediate response to open shift coverage when dispatched by the management team.
• Knowledge of all local vertical markets to include:
• Engage in conflict resolution on site
• Assists client with duties as assigned.
• Aids in maintaining an orderly workplace.
• Trains new personnel on the proper procedures and policies under direction of management.
• Makes decisions regarding the safety & security of the site with the aid of United Protective Services post orders.
• Maintains daily activity logs in accordance to post orders.
• Creates incident reports for unique incidents on site.
• Observes and reports all suspicious activity in accordance with post orders.
• Ensures all United Protective Services equipment is well maintained and accounted for before, during and after each shift.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outside in the elements.
• Additional job duties may be assigned as necessary.
• Superior customer service skills are required!
• Must be able to engage in conversation with clients, customers and vendors.
United Protective Services is looking for a full time Day and Evening Security Professional in the Downtown Area.
The candidate will provide security detail as outlined in the post orders and establish working relationships with customers, local law enforcement and fire departments. Security personnel will always perform job duties with a constant awareness of surroundings, making note of all activity that takes place in the assigned area. Security Officers must maintain a professional image and always demonstrate excellent customer service.
Schedule
Sat - 6AM-2PM
Sun - 6AM-2PM
Mon -OFF
Tues - OFF
Wed - OFF
Thurs. - 2PM-10PM
Fri -2PM-10PM
Job Duties
• Immediate response to open shift coverage when dispatched by the management team.
• Knowledge of all local vertical markets to include:
• Engage in conflict resolution on site
• Assists client with duties as assigned.
• Aids in maintaining an orderly workplace.
• Trains new personnel on the proper procedures and policies under direction of management.
• Makes decisions regarding the safety & security of the site with the aid of United Protective Services post orders.
• Maintains daily activity logs in accordance to post orders.
• Creates incident reports for unique incidents on site.
• Observes and reports all suspicious activity in accordance with post orders.
• Ensures all United Protective Services equipment is well maintained and accounted for before, during and after each shift.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outside in the elements.
• Additional job duties may be assigned as necessary.
• Superior customer service skills are required!
• Must be able to engage in conversation with clients, customers and vendors.
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